Choosing a university is important as it will help to shape your mind, character and help you to develop the necessary skills for a successful career. Therefore, not all private universities are the same. You should not choose a university because it is the cheapest, easiest and nearest. It should be based on which university that can best develop your potential.

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A Guide to Choose the Best Private University in Malaysia to Study

I wanted my daughter to study a nursing diploma after her Pre-U. Luckily, after assessing my daughter, EduSpiral advised me to send her to Heriot-Watt as she had excellent results in her Pre-U & that engineering suited her more.Mr. Yeo

If you’re among the lucky who can factor more than cost and proximity into where you decide to go, studying in a private university in Malaysia is a ticket to an adventure beyond the boundaries of what you’ve experienced so far. It’s a passport to the far side of what you already know. It’s a chance to be challenged, not coddled. To be provoked, not pacified.

Does brand matter? To a point. There are indeed future employers in Malaysia who see certain degrees as seals of approval, as pre-screening of a sort. However, obtaining a degree from a famous private university will only take you so far.

Some private universities have spent millions of Ringgit throughout the years telling you that they are the best. You should objectively look at the information carefully to assess which university in Malaysia is best for you. If you do not have the necessary knowledge and skills, you won’t get far in your career.

We must be careful when choosing a private university in Malaysia as many students listen to advise from friends and relatives who are not knowledgeable offering information not supported by facts and evidence. Choosing a private university should be done carefully and objectively, not based on the number of glitzy advertisements you have heard or seen about that university.

Our mum asked us to talk to EduSpiral as we did not know what to study. EduSpiral had helped our older sister before. He met us at Taylor’s, talked to us and then gave us a tour.Gan twins, Foundation in Arts at Taylor’s University

Talking to counsellors from the private universities is a common practice to obtain the necessary information to help you to decide. You should evaluate the information provided to see if what they say is true and supported by facts and evidence.

There are also many agents in Malaysia offering their services where most of the staff are young and inexperienced. They would not have the skills to guide you on this most important decision in your life.

How many of a college’s or university’s students are coming from other countries? Favour private universities with higher percentages of foreigners, because as much of your education will happen outside as inside any lecture theatre, and globalisation is here and real. The dexterity with which you can navigate other cultures — your awareness of, and openness to, them — could be more valuable than any knowledge gleaned from a book.

Choosing a university is important as it will help to shape your mind, character and help you to develop the necessary skills for a successful career. Therefore, not all private universities are the same. You should not choose a university because it is the cheapest, easiest and nearest. It should be based on which university that best fits your needs.

Many students in Malaysia also make the common mistake in choosing a university because their friends are going there. I even had one student tell me that his choice of university depends on where his girlfriend is going! This is one of the most important decisions that may change your life forever hence it should not be taken lightly.

Top 10 Tips on How to Choose the Best University to Study in Malaysia

Start with the Course

I was searching for the right university to accept my results to pursue my dream but couldn’t find until EduSpiral helped me.Jia Loon, Biotechnology Graduate from UCSI University

What are the courses offered at the university? Diploma, Foundation, Degree, etc

Is the course popular at that college or university?

Have the students or lecturers from the particular course won any awards?

Do the degree programmes have exemptions from professional bodies such as Society of Actuaries (SOA), IFoA, ACCA, ICAEW, CIMA, Chartered Institute of Banking, CFA, etc.

The University

What is the reputation? Does the university have a good reputation?

What is the ranking of the university in Malaysia or globally?

Has the university won any awards? Awards and achievements are an indication of the university’s quality and standards.

What is the campus size? Some students like a small college with a personal touch while others prefer a large university campus with access to a lot of facilities.

Do they Prepare you for the Work Force

Do they have Internship and co-op programs during the diploma or degree?

Subjects offered in the Pre-University (Pre-U) Programme. Do they help you to achieve your undergraduate academic goals. Does the subject combinations allow you to enter your university and degree of choice.

Does the university organise job fairs regularly to expose students to the future employers so that you can get a job easily.

Do they invite speakers from the industry to share about their experiences as well as about the career?

Do they have seminars to develop your soft skills?

Qualified & Experienced Lecturers

What are their qualifications?

How many years of experience in teaching?

Are the lecturers full time? If most of them are part time, then you may not have access to the lecturers to discuss about your course

What is the faculty to student ration?

Ask your friends who have studied there for their opinion. Ask your friends who are currently studying there as well.

Facilities at the University

What are the facilities available at the campus? (labs, libraries, wifi, computer access, sports facilities, etc.)

What are the facilities specifically for your course? Are they adequate to support your studies?

Do they have research facilities? This would be important if you’re planning to study applied science courses like Biotechnology or Food Science

Do they have sports facilities on campus? If you like to play football or basketball, it may be important for you to choose a university that has such facilities available to you

Is there car park available should you drive

Location of the University

Where is the university located? City centre or rural?

Depending on your personality, some students may prefer a city life while others prefer a peaceful campus environment.

Is there easy access to public transportation?

What are the shops, banks, restaurants or malls nearby?

What is the Budget for your Studies?

How much money do I have to pay for the course and cost of living? Ask your parents. Note that you will need to have enough to pay the tuition fees as well as your cost of living. (tuition, hostel, food, transportation, etc.)

How much are the tuition fees? Does it include the external exam fees and other fees?

How much is off-campus accommodation? Note that it might be cheaper to find off campus accommodation on your own with friends. Is the accommodations near eateries, banks, entertainment, public transportation, etc.?

Campus Environment

What is the student culture at the university? (English-speaking environment, ambitious, serious about studies, lifestyle or party university, etc) The language spoken mostly at the college by the students may also matter if you don’t know Mandarin or BM or English. If most of the students speak Mandarin at that university then it will not help you to improve your English. Having a good command of the English language helps you to get good jobs and promotions.

Does the university have international students? Being part of a global environment will expose you to different cultures & new ideas, create opportunities for future collaboration and enhance your communication abilities.